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Johann Adolph Borns pair of German silver candlesticks
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 17cm, 6 ¾ in high
Knopped stems, domed spreading bases
Literature
Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 96
Condition
Usual dents and scratches. Legible marks under bases with assay scrapes. Later Dutch control mark on footrims.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Johann Adolph Borns was born on 11 October 1689. It is not known when he became a master goldsmith, but his earliest work dates from 1728-1730. He married Anna Magdalena, the daughter of goldsmith Johann Ernst Gottlob, on 27 April 1730, and died on 16 October 1760.